Well, a lot of the time, especially when making your own pattern, you make a mock up. This could be your mock up and you could make the real one out of different fabric.

Yeah, that was my first thought... take it apart and use it to make another one. anyway part of my reason for starting with this fabric was it didn't cost a bundle, and I could do that, if I needed to. But - pajamas! that's an idea. I may just use both suggestions. Pattern first, pjs after. thanks!!